Tell Me

Bobby Valentino

About Tell Me

"Tell Me" is a song by American hip-hop artist Bobby Valentino. It was released in the summer of 2005, as the second single from his debut album. The remix of the song features Lil Wayne from Bobby Valentino. The song sampled "For the World" composed by Tan Dun on the Hero soundtrack, starring Jet Li. British R&B singer Stevie Hoang's song No Games sampled from the same source.


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2015
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Bobby Valentino

Bobby Valentino (born Robert James Beckingham, June 22, 1954) is an English violinist, singer, songwriter and actor. more »

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Release Details
"Tell Me" is a song by American artist Bobby Valentino from his debut self-titled album released in 2005.
Genre
It's classified under the R&B genre.
Success
The song broke into the top 20 of both the Billboard Hot 100 and Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs charts.
Music Video
The music video features the artist performing in a nightclub setting, and it was heavily rotated on MTV and BET.
Lyrics
The lyrics of the song were written by Tim & Bob who also produced the song, and they revolve around the themes of romance and attraction.
Sample
The song uses a sample from "Spinning Around" by Kylie Minogue.
Popularity
"Tell Me" helped to elevate Bobby Valentino's fame, establishing him as a new voice in R&B.
Recognition
The Billboard magazine listed the song among the popular R&B/Hip-Hop songs of 2005.
Collaboration
Despite being a solo artist, Valentino often collaborates with other hip hop and R&B artists. However, "Tell Me" remains a solo performance.
Performance
In various performances of the song, Valentino is known to exhibit his wide vocal range and versatility.
Influence
The song and its success aided the trend of 2000s R&B music that was leaning more towards a smooth, soulful, and romantic sound.
Remix
There is a popular remix of "Tell Me" featuring Lil Wayne. This version contains a faster beat and added rap verses.
Reception
Critics generally praised "Tell Me" for its catchy tune, thoughtful lyrics, and Valentino's compelling vocal performance.

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